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Turkey In A Nutshell

$4600

per person

Immerse yourself in this unforgettable experience through Turkey in 10 days. You will visit many famous sites where history happened, from the ancient Ruins of Ephesus to the fairy-tale landscape of Cappadocia and the famous Pamukkale Hot Springs; with the tour ending in amazing Istanbul and its grand palaces and magnificent mosques.

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10 Days, 9 Nights: Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Antalya, Pamukkale, Kusadasi

Thursday and Sunday Departures Includes hotels, daily breakfast and selected meals, guided tour, admission fees, and airport transfers

Istanbul
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise + Istanbul Old City Tour
Ankara and Cappadocia
Ankara City Tour + South Cappadocia Excursion + North Cappadocia Excursion + Optional add-on Hot Air Balloon
Antalya to to Konya
Konya Excusion and Whirling Dervishes + Antalay Old Town + Ancient Perge Tour + Pamukkale Hot Springs + Kusadasi City and Ephesus tour + Carpet Weaving School + Leather Production Center and local winery

Hagia Sophia Mosque was a church built by Roman Empire in 537 AD

4000 shops in the Grand Bazaar

Antalya Harbor, Turkey


Celsus Library, Ephesus

Cappadocia Hot Air Balloons

Pamukkale Hot Spring


9 Night Accommodation

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1: ARRIVE ISTANBUL

Upon arrival into Istanbul, you’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel.

In the evening, we enjoy a Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show (3 hours @7:30pm).

Admire Istanbul’s illuminated mosques, palaces and bridges from the water. Savor a delicious dinner. Enjoy live entertainment.

🛏️  2 Nights in Istanbul 🍴 Meals: Dinner

*Hotel check-in time is generally 3 pm or later. If your flight arrives in the early morning (e.g. midnight or 7 am) we suggest you add a pre-tour hotel night during booking for a well-deserved rest before starting your tour.

 

DAY 2: ISTANBUL OLD CITY TOUR

Discover the best of Historic Areas of Istanbul (UNESCO World Heritage Site) on this guided group tour (9 hours @8am, group).

  • Hagia Sophia (admission is included): This timeless mosque was the pride and glory of Byzantine architecture. Take in the structure’s imposing façade matched only by the grandeur of its towering vaulted ceilings within.
  • Blue Mosque: Also known as Sultan Ahmed Mosque that is famous for its architecture as well as its iconic blue tiles.
  • Hippodrome and Obelisks: Also known as Sultanahmet Square where chariot races were held.
  • Topkapı Palace (admission is included): Witness the opulent and powerful history of the Ottoman sultans, showcasing magnificent architecture and priceless treasures. Closed on Tuesdays.
  • Hagia Irene Museum in Topkapi Palace’s courtyard (admission is included): Offers a unique glimpse into Byzantine history and architecture.
  • Harem in Topkapi Palace (admission is included): Offers an intimate look at the lavish and intricate design of the Ottoman royalty’s private lives.
  • Grand Bazaar: This lively historic market is dotted with over 4000 shops filled with traditional Turkish handicrafts and more. A place where visitors can immerse themselves into local life and hunt for unique souvenirs amidst the echoes of centuries-old trade.

🍴 Meals: Breakfast

 

DAY 3: ISTANBUL – ANKARA, ANKARA CITY TOUR

Transfer to the airport and fly to Ankara (one hour 15 minutes flight, not included). Airport to hotel transfer.

Proceed for a city tour of Ankara visiting several historic sites (4-5 hours). Explore the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. Discover remains from the Stone and Neolithic ages and venture into the past with your guide to learn about the Hittites, Phygians and Uratians; and uncover the history of the Citadel of Ankara and Ataturk Mausoleum.

Visit Temple of Augustus and walk by the Kızılay neighborhood.

🛏️  1 Night in Ankara 🍴 Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

 

DAY 4: ANKARA – CAPPADOCIA, SOUTH CAPPADOCIA EXCURSION

Check-out and drive to Cappadocia (about 3 hours by car).

Explore a lush part of the southern Cappadocia region on this day tour. (4 hours).

Take a gentle hike in the stunning canyon of the Ihlara Valley. Monks (7th and 11th century) settled in the valley and carved their houses, churches, and monasteries directly from the soft volcanic rock of the canyon walls. These structures are adorned with frescoes that reflect a range of artistic influences, including Persian and Syrian styles. Walk along the trails and explore the rich tapestry of nature and history it offers.

Have lunch (at your own cost) by the river and check out the ancient Selime Monastery and the amazing Kaymakli Underground City.

🛏️  2 Nights in Cappadocia 🍴 Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

 

DAY 5: RED ROUTE’ (NORTH) CAPPADOCIA EXCURSION

This small group tour follows the ‘Red Route’, taking in the most-photographed sights of North Cappadocia. (6-7 hours @9:30am).

Visit ancient rock-hewn churches, towering fairy chimneys, and karst caves that dot the landscape of Cappadocia, making for some unforgettable photo opportunities.

Marvel at the fairy chimneys of Love Valley and Monk Valley. Visit Uchisar Castle and Imagination Valley, and explore the UNESCO-listed Goreme Open-Air Museum.

Finally, visit the pottery-making town of Avanos and maybe even have a go on the potter’s wheel yourself.

🍴 Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Add-on: Enjoy an early morning hot air balloon excursion over Cappadocia including transfer (2.5 hours). Your colorful balloon glides silently over the sublime hills and valleys of Cappadocia giving a true sense of the region’s fairytale terrain.

 

DAY 6: CAPPADOCIA – ANTALYA, KONYA EXCUSION & WHIRLING DERVISHES

Check-out and drive to Antalya (about 6 hours by car). Enroute stop at Konya to explore famous local foods. Visit Konya Mevlana Museum – school of whirling dervishes (1.5 hours).

Arrive Antalya and visit the Old Town.

🛏️  2 Nights in Antalya 🍴 Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

 

DAY 7: ANCIENT PERGE EXCUSION AND CABLE CAR RIDE

Excursion to Perge, one of the largest ancient cities in the Pamphylia region. (about 7-8 hours, @8:30am),

Enter by passing through the arch of the Roman Gate to be greeted by an amphitheater, the Hellenistic Gate (quite well preserved) and richly decorated remains of the city wall, and much more.

Ride the Cable Car to see a spectacular skyline of Antalya and enjoy fresh air with the scent of pine trees.

🍴 Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

 

DAY 8: PAMUKKALE | PAMUKKALE HOT SPRING AND CITY TOUR

After breakfast proceed to Pamukkale. (3.5 hours @ 8am).

Visit Pamukkale Hot Springs and travertines; terraces of mineral carbonates left by flowing water. Enjoy a therapeutic hot spring soak. These hot springs have been used as a spa since the 2nd century BC (about 3.5 hours, arrive hotel about 5pm).

🛏️  1 Night in Pamukkale 🍴 Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

 

DAY 9: KUSADASI | ANCIENT EPHESUS AND CITY TOUR

After breakfast proceed to Kusadasi (3 hours @ 8am).

Arrive Kusadasi for your Kusadasi City and Ephesus tour (4-5 hours).

Visit the Library of Celsus, the Temples of Hadrian and Artemis, and the vast Great Theater. Walk through the excavated ruins in Ephesus

Carpet weaving school, Leather Production Center and local winery.

🍴 Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

 

DAY 10: JUSADASI – IZMIR, DEPART TURKEY

After breakfast, transfer to Izmir airport for your flight.

🍴 Meals: Breakfast

 

*Hotel check-out time is generally around 11 am. If your flight departs in the evening or past midnight, we suggest you consider adding a post-tour hotel night during booking, to be comfortable and well rested before your flight home.

*The duration and start time of excursions are subject to change without prior notice.


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